Send us a text What do stoned monkeys, influencer diplomacy, and Katy Perry in a space suit have in common? Honestly... more than you'd think. This week on Easily Entertained , Maddy dives into the chaos and curiosity that is the current pop culture landscape: 🐒 The Stoned Ape Theory — Did human consciousness start with psychedelic monkeys? We investigate (lightly, humorously, and with a healthy dose of skepticism). 🥤 Influencer attempts contact with the most isolated tribe on Earth... armed with a Coca-Cola — You can't make this up. 🎡 Coachella in its flop era? Long lines, influencer campsites with rugs and potted cacti, and a vibe shift you could feel through the dust. 🚀 Blue Origin’s latest space flex — Jeff Bezos, Katy Perry, and other billionaires go on an 11-minute joyride… and yes, the internet has thoughts. 📉 Recession Pop is real — Why nostalgic, emotionally-charged bops are on the rise again, and what they have in common with the music of 2008. 👀 Headlines & hot takes: Diddy updates, Russell Brand’s charges, and why Mexico said “absolutely not” to Fyre Fest 2. Let’s explore the weird, the wild, and the what the hell is happening of it all. All the links you could possibly need HERE :) But also below: Easily Entertained Website TikTok: @maddyiseasilyentertained IG: @easilyentertainedpod FB: @easilyentertainedpod Apple Podcasts Spotify…

Send us a text The White Lotus Drama and TikTok Ban Update In this episode of Easily Entertained, host Maddy McClain discusses all things White Lotus, diving deep into behind-the-scenes facts, cast drama, and Mike White’s unique production secrets. Maddy also covers the controversial US TikTok ban extension by Trump, its political implications, and potential future buyers like Amazon and Oracle. From funding facts to surprising celebrity involvement, Maddy provides a comprehensive analysis full of things you may have missed. We wrap up with a deep dive into the White Lotus Season 3 finale, breaking down each character's arc, the show’s complex themes, and the future of the series. Enjoy homies! 😜 01:02 The TikTok Ban Explained 05:31 Potential Buyers for TikTok 11:46 White Lotus Season 3 Behind the Scenes 16:07 Filming Locations and Tourism Impact 23:58 Casting Secrets and Fun Facts 29:21 Composer Drama and Creative Differences 33:34 Duke University's Unhappy Cameo 34:37 White Lotus Season Finale Breakdown 49:54 Final Thoughts and Season Four Tease Sources: - TikTok Ban USA Today - At Thailand's Real 'White Lotus' Hotel, Where the Ultrarich Get Coddled Vulture - Composer of The White Lotus Won't Return for Season 4 The New York Times - 'The White Lotus' Uncensored Oral History: Season 3 Secrets The Hollywood Reporter All the links you could possibly need HERE :) But also below: Easily Entertained Website TikTok: @maddyiseasilyentertained IG: @easilyentertainedpod FB: @easilyentertainedpod Apple Podcasts Spotify…

Send us a text Maddy McClain takes us through the latest pop culture news including celebrity controversies, ridiculous rider requests, and viral pranks from around the internet. • Chappell Roan facing backlash after claiming "all my friends who have kids are in hell" during Call Her Daddy interview • Celebrity rider requests revealed: from Justin Timberlake's disinfected doorknobs to Marilyn Manson's apple-throwing habits • Sydney Sweeney and fiancé Jonathan Davino officially separate after seven years together... Looking at you, Glen Powell • Morgan Wallen walks off SNL stage and posts about returning to "God's country" • Reddit's best April Fool's prank stories, from wine truck hoaxes to elaborate bathroom dummy pranks • Streaming recommendations Send us your favorite prank stories by texting us through the link in our show notes. Visit easilyentertainedpodcast.com and follow us on all social platforms for more content. All the links you could possibly need HERE :) But also below: Easily Entertained Website TikTok: @maddyiseasilyentertained IG: @easilyentertainedpod FB: @easilyentertainedpod Apple Podcasts Spotify…

Send us a text Celebrity Scandals and TV Drama: From Kanye's Antics to The Bachelor Finale In this episode of 'Easily Entertained with Maddy McClain,' Maddy covers a plethora of pop culture topics. She starts with the latest in TV, particularly praising 'White Lotus' and reminiscing about a time before binge-watching became the norm. Maddy then delves into Kanye West's escalating antics, including his controversial attempt to release a song featuring his own daughter, North West. On to the enduring love triangle involving Justin Bieber, Hailey Baldwin, and Selena Gomez, is fueled by a resurfaced YouTube documentary and recent TikTok theories. The episode wraps up with a detailed review of 'The Bachelor' finale and its surprising twists. Maddy also teases an upcoming Bachelor Nation spinoff coming this summer. Tune in for all this and more pop culture talk. 05:19 Kanye West's Controversial Antics 18:05 Selena Gomez, Justin Bieber, and Hailey Baldwin Drama 33:44 The Bachelor Finale: Grant's Decision Sources mentioned: - Internet Oddities' Hailey Baldwin's Dangerous Obsession YouTube video - Jen Aniston & Pedro Pascal Page Six All the links you could possibly need HERE :) But also below: Easily Entertained Website TikTok: @maddyiseasilyentertained IG: @easilyentertainedpod FB: @easilyentertainedpod Apple Podcasts Spotify…

Send us a text Another week, another set of headlines to tackle. This time host Maddy McClain shares the most interesting bits we've learned 5 years out from the pandemic (according to science & a lovely NY Times article). Sprinkled in with storytime on how Maddy broke her ankle & nature healing with less human interaction. Pop culture updates covering the latest influencer drama in Australia involving a wombat and Billy McFarland announcing Fyre Festival's return... to Isla Mujeres, Mexico? Finally, it's time for some true crime. Maddy breaks down the latest updates & what they could mean for Erik and Lyle Menendez's futures after alleged new evidence emerges while the brothers fight for a resentencing. 00:00 Welcome to Easily Entertained with Maddie McClain 02:51 Five Years Since COVID: The Interesting Things Science Says We've Learned 11:49 The Wombat Incident: American Influencer in Australia 13:47 Fyre Festival 2: The Return of Billy McFarland 22:09 The Menendez Brothers Case Resurfaces Enjoy homies! @easilyentertainedpod on IG, @maddyiseasilyentertained on TikTok for more. Disclaimer: All is alleged and for entertainment purposes only. Sources: - 15 Lessons Scientists Learned about Us When the World Stood Still The New York Times - Everything That's Happened to the Menendez Brothers Since Monsters Vulture - LA District Attorney ... Resentencing Menendez Brothers Hollywood Reporter - American Influencer v Australian Wombat The New York Times - Alarms Raised Over Legitimacy of Fyre Festival 2 The Guardian - Mexico Tourism Officials ... Fyre Festival 2 Does Not Exist Y! Entertainment All the links you could possibly need HERE :) But also below: Easily Entertained Website TikTok: @maddyiseasilyentertained IG: @easilyentertainedpod FB: @easilyentertainedpod Apple Podcasts Spotify…

Send us a text Love Is Blind Season 8 Reunion: Drama, Politics, and Social Experiments In this episode of Easily Entertained, host Maddy McClain delves into the highly anticipated 'Love Is Blind' Season 8 finale and reunion. Maddy dissects the show's drama-filled relationships, including the entanglements and conflicts among contestants like Alex, Madison, Mason, Meg, Ben, Sarah, Joey, Monica, Virginia, and Devin. Even details that weren't shown on TV... thanks to a social media blackhole your trusty host dove into headfirst. She explores how politics and social issues infiltrate reality TV and the psychological aspects that make such shows captivating. Maddy also touches on controversies and legal challenges surrounding the show, a tragic LIB Argentina legal case, social media's impact on contestants, and what the future holds for 'Love Is Blind.' Enjoy homies! @easilyentertainedpod on IG, @maddyiseasilyentertained on TikTok for more. 01:30 Love is Blind Season 8 Finale and Reunion 03:08 The Alex, Madison, Mason, and Meg Drama 11:42 Ben and Sarah's Political Divide 18:45 Virginia and Devin's Messy Breakup 23:29 Joey and Monica's Shocking Revelations 28:46 Dave and Lauren's Amicable Reunion 32:29 Daniel and Taylor: The Happy Couple 36:58 Legal Issues and Future Seasons Sources: - Love is Blind Argentina Contestant Arrested Daily Mail - Timeline of Lawsuits & Allegations Against Love is Blind MarieClaire All the links you could possibly need HERE :) But also below: Easily Entertained Website TikTok: @maddyiseasilyentertained IG: @easilyentertainedpod FB: @easilyentertainedpod Apple Podcasts Spotify…

Send us a text Literally no one is okay. Luckily we have ethically questionable reality TV and the plights of the rich and famous to keep us entertained! Join host Maddy McClain in this jam-packed, inaugural season 2 episode of Easily Entertained as she dives back into the world of pop culture. Maddy kicks things off with 'Quietly Losing My Shit,' a new segment to vent about the latest news & media headlines competing for our attention. She shares highlights from her epic Thailand trip, which sets the stage for White Lotus Season 3 filmed in the same locale. The episode also covers juicy recaps of Netflix's Love is Blind Season 8, including all the love triangles and TikTok scandals. Maddy dishes on why there's no Bachelorette season this summer and touches on Bachelor Nation drama. The pop culture news roundup features Elizabeth Holmes' first prison interview, the latest on P. Diddy's legal insanity, and ASAP Rocky's trial updates. With humor, personal anecdotes, and a little bit of everything in between, Maddy ensures you’re entertained and up-to-date! 00:00 Welcome Back to Easily Entertained 00:56 Introducing 'Quietly Losing My Shit' and Reflecting on 2024: A Year of Realizations, ADHD and Self-Improvement 15:00 White Lotus Season 3 Breakdown 22:03 Love is Blind Season 8 Recap 39:32 Bachelorette Season Cancellation and Speculations 42:45 Elizabeth Holmes' Life in Prison 46:52 Diddy's Legal Troubles and Hollywood Connections 52:30 ASAP Rocky's Assault Trial and Verdict Sources: - White Lotus Cast Breakdown Cosmopolitan - White Lotus Modeled After Bravo's Southern Charm People - Disgraced Tech CEO Elizabeth Holmes' Prison Interview People - Sean Diddy Combs' Lawyer Steps Down NBC News - Jay Z and Sean Diddy Combs' Lawsuit Dropped The Hollywood Reporter - ASAP Rocky Running to Hug Rihanna Complex - ASAP Rocky Assault Trial The New York Times All the links you could possibly need HERE :) But also below: Easily Entertained Website TikTok: @maddyiseasilyentertained IG: @easilyentertainedpod FB: @easilyentertainedpod Apple Podcasts Spotify…

Send us a text TRIGGER WARNING: sensitive topics discussed including abuse & sexual assault. Move to minute 24:36 to skip. In this week's episode, host Maddy McClain takes us all on a rollercoaster of pop culture events and discussions. Starting with a series of strangers sucker punching young women in NYC, Maddy shares her own similar experience. Next, we break down the serious allegations surrounding P. Diddy, delving into lawsuits including accusations from his ex, Cassie, ranging from manipulation to sexual assault, and the recent federal raid on his homes. Shifting gears, Maddy addresses a concerning incident involving Rebel Wilson and Sacha Baron Cohen during the shooting of 'The Brothers Grimsby,' where Wilson alleges inappropriate behavior by Cohen. The discussion moves to lighter topics with updates on pop culture phenomena, such as the potential 'Sims' movie and Travis Kelce hosting 'Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader.' Of course we're covering 'The Bachelor,' recapping Joey's season finale, his engagement to Kelsey, and the announcement of the next Bachelorette, Jenn Tran, amidst mixed reactions from fans. 00:51 The Unsettling Trend of Random Attacks in NYC and Personal Encounters 05:22 Diving into Allegation Station: Lawsuits and Legal Drama 07:03 The Shocking Allegations Against P. Diddy: A Deep Dive 19:06 Rebel Wilson vs. Sacha Baron Cohen: A Memoir Controversy 24:36 Hollywood Buzz: Upcoming Films and TV Show Rumors 26:56 Bachelor Nation Update: Joey's Final Choice and Finale Highlights 40:58 Reflections on the Season and Looking Ahead Sources mentioned: - Sean Combs' Homes Raided by FBI (The New York Times) - Diddy Sex Trafficking Raid (Washington Post) - Rebel Wilson, Sascha Baron Cohen Drama (CNN) - Rebel Wilson Allegations About Sascha Baron Cohen (People) - Travis Kelce's Upcoming Hosting Gig (Variety) All the links you could possibly need HERE :) But also below: Easily Entertained Website TikTok: @maddyiseasilyentertained IG: @easilyentertainedpod FB: @easilyentertainedpod Apple Podcasts Spotify…

Send us a text In this episode, your fave host Maddy McClain dishes the latest in pop culture news and the entertainment world. We kick things off with a rundown of the Oscars - you know, who won what and all the juicy bits. Then, we dive into some intriguing gossip about Kate Middleton's mysterious "disappearance" and get into the nitty-gritty of the drama rocking Netflix's Queer Eye following a revealing article by The Rolling Stone. Don't think we forgot about Bravo - yep, there's lawsuit drama there too. Maddy also spills the beans on Ariana Grande's latest album drop and hints at some exciting new music on the horizon, including a surprise announcement from Kanye West's daughter! Plus, we chat about the SXSW festival and wrap up with some personal musings on getting older but staying cool. Stick around for some predictions on Love is Blind and The Bachelor to keep your reality TV needs satisfied. Hit follow and subscribe to keep up with all the pop culture chaos! 04:36 Oscars Recap: Highlights and Surprises 10:55 Queer Eye Drama Unveiled 17:53 The Mystery of Kate Middleton's Disappearance 29:46 Bravo's Reality TV Legal Battles 39:44 Ariana Grande's New Album and More Music News 47:33 Wrapping Up and What's Next Resources / Sources Used: - Oscars 2024 Best & Worst Moments (The New York Times) - Oscars 1974 Streaker video (YouTube) - Inside the Tensions & Tumult at Queer Eye (Rolling Stone) - A Timeline of the Drama Surrounding the Princess of Wales (Vogue) - Where is Kate Middleton? (Vox) - Dark Secrets, Psychological Warefare & Others at Bravo... (The New York Times) - Vanderpump Raquel Leviss Sues Costars Ariana Madix & Tom Sandoval (The Rolling Stone) All the links you could possibly need HERE :) But also below: Easily Entertained Website TikTok: @maddyiseasilyentertained IG: @easilyentertainedpod FB: @easilyentertainedpod Apple Podcasts Spotify…

Send us a text Gather round homies, a new Easily Entertained episode dropped. And this week we begin with a bit of a venting session...with a little something to do with the most ridiculously lavish Bora Bora influencer trips (*ahem, Tarte*). Host Maddy McClain shares this week's pop culture news including a major class action lawsuit against popular dating apps and legal battles involving P. Diddy that could very much be the final nail in the proverbial coffin. And a Florida town leans into the state stereotype, the Florida Man, by hosting the first ever Florida Man Games. It's as bizarre and perfect as it sounds. Then, we're breaking down the latest episodes from Love is Blind Season 6 including the alleged rumors regarding secret relationships & more. Whether you've watched the show or not, there's MUCH to be learned about human behavior...and it's entertaining of course. Cheers homies! Follow us wherever you listen to podcasts and on IG @easilyentertainedpod 🤠 10:43 Lawsuits: Dating Apps + P. Diddy 24:48 Florida Man Games 31:13 Love is Blind Season 6: A Rollercoaster Sources mentioned / used: - Diddy Sued by Producer of Alleged Assault (NBC News) - Sean Diddy Combs Sued by Producer (Pitchfork) - Sean Combs Sued by Producer of Alleged Sexual Misconduct (The New York Times) - Match Group (Tinder, Hinge, Match) Hit with Class Action Lawsuit (NPR) - Tinder Hinge Dating App Lawsuit (Washington Post) - Florida Man definition (Urban Dictionary) - Florida Joins In on the Joke with Florida Man Games (The New York Times) - Love is Blind Season 6 Cast Allegations (US Weekly) All the links you could possibly need HERE :) But also below: Easily Entertained Website TikTok: @maddyiseasilyentertained IG: @easilyentertainedpod FB: @easilyentertainedpod Apple Podcasts Spotify…

Send us a text A very special and very fun episode this week, catching you up on all things Bachelor Nation with host Maddy McClain's very best childhood friend, Caroline Sandall! Say VERY one more time :) The Bachelor franchise has been resusitated with Joey as the leading man and we give our very candid thoughts on episodes 1-5, leading up to the Montreal trip. Everything from our top 4 picks for Joey to the best Bachelorettes in franchise history...to the drama on camera & off. Host Maddy McClain covers the pop culture news of the week and provides an astrology tidbit because she can't help herself. Hear that and so much more this week on Easily Entertained! Cheers homies! Follow on IG @easilyentertainedpod Resources/Sources mentioned: - Why Astrologers Are Rejoicing (Today) - How Tom Sandoval Became the Most Hated Man in America (The New York Times) - Nick Viall & Patti Stanger's New Show (Variety) - Bachelor Recap: Disrespectful Drama (Vulture) - The Bachelor's Maria Georgas Recalls Nearly Dying in Car Accident (Y! News) All the links you could possibly need HERE :) But also below: Easily Entertained Website TikTok: @maddyiseasilyentertained IG: @easilyentertainedpod FB: @easilyentertainedpod Apple Podcasts Spotify…

Send us a text Happy Valentine's Week, homies! This episode we're covering everything the Super Bowl gifted us with this week, largely from a pop culture standpoint (NFL has you covered on the dirty deets). We're talking the strangest Super Bowl prop bets including the infamous Drake Curse, commercials, halftime performance and yes, Travis Kelce & Taylor Swift. Bach Nation news regarding the Golden variety is shared and discuss why host Maddy McClain thinks this may be the last season of Vanderpump Rules. And in honor of the day of love, Maddy giving us a storytime treat of her very worst date ever...that happens to take place in a stadium. Cheers homies! Follow on IG @easilyentertainedpod and share with a friend 🤠 Resources/Sources: - Nickelodeon Super Bowl broadcast (The Guardian) - The Weirdest and Silliest Super Bowl 2024 Prop Bets (The Athletic) - Super Bowl 2024 Coverage (The New York Times) - Drake Wins $2.3M To Give Away to Lucky Fan (People) - Beyonce Announces New Album, Part II (Pitchfork) All the links you could possibly need HERE :) But also below: Easily Entertained Website TikTok: @maddyiseasilyentertained IG: @easilyentertainedpod FB: @easilyentertainedpod Apple Podcasts Spotify…

Send us a text This was a doozy of an episode homies. Join host Maddy McClain and guest cohost (and brother / musician of @TheSometimesIsland ) Matt Blankenship Jr for your entertainment news breakdown. There's a CHEEKY piece of news that is NSFW to begin with, so please skip to minute 12 if you'd rather avoid :) One that has to do with our good friend Drake. Elmo's X/Twitter account lead to the internet dumping on the Sesame Street social media account and people are wearing Apple's new Vision Pro headset to courtside NBA games... And of course, we cover all things Grammys 2024 including first-time award winner, Miley Cyrus, Killer Mike's arrest and album announcements. Among other things, all with a musician's perspective! Enjoy homies, cheers! Follow on IG @easilyentertainedpod 😜 Sources / articles mentioned: - Apple Vision Pro (The New York Times) - Elmo How Are You Doing Twitter (Hollywood Reporter) - Jay Z Grammy Award Speech (YouTube) - Grammys 2024 Complete List (The New York Times) - Stiff Person Syndrome (Yale Medicine) - Killer Mike Grammys Arrest (Variety) All the links you could possibly need HERE :) But also below: Easily Entertained Website TikTok: @maddyiseasilyentertained IG: @easilyentertainedpod FB: @easilyentertainedpod Apple Podcasts Spotify…

Send us a text This week, we're covering the Mean Girls reboot, Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce's epic pop culture crossover in which dads, brads and chads are colliding with universal swifties and girlies n’ the gays…bringing a whole bunch of unlikely cast of characters together under one giant football dome/roof (while also essentially being crowned America's homecoming king & queen). Not to mention Taylor Swift's recent legal scares with a stalker and deepfake photos. Host Maddy McClain breaks down the ongoing controversy between rappers Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion and the very questionable diss tracks, internet rants & low blows between the two. We're covering all things new in pop culture to help you choose your next binge or Spotify playlist inspo. As always, cheers & enjoy homies! 🤠 Follow on IG @easilyentertainedpod & TikTok @maddyiseasilyentertained 00:38 Review of the New Mean Girls Reboot 07:51 Elon Musk's Neuralink and Twitter X 12:14 New Releases in Music, TV, and Movies 18:53 Deep Dive into Taylor Swift and Travis Kelsey's Relationship 22:55 Travis Kelsey's Reality TV Dating Show 25:36 Exes Commenting on Taylor Swift's Relationship 30:42 Parasocial Relationships and the Metaverse 36:21 Taylor Swift's Stalker and Deepfake Scandal 39:54 Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion's Beef Sources mentioned/used: - The Travis Kelce Reality TV Dating Show He Doesn’t Want You to See (Vanity Fair) - Taylor Swift's Stalker Arrested in NYC (USA Today) - Taylor Swift Fake Nude Deepfake Goes Viral on X (NBC News) - Why Britney Publicly Supported Justin Timberlake's New Single (People) - Super Bowl 2024 Guide - 49ers vs. Chiefs (Time) - Nicki Minaj Megan Thee Stallion Beef Explained (Washington Post) All the links you could possibly need HERE :) But also below: Easily Entertained Website TikTok: @maddyiseasilyentertained IG: @easilyentertainedpod FB: @easilyentertainedpod Apple Podcasts Spotify…

Send us a text In this week's episode, host Maddy McClain discusses an array of pop culture topics including the new season of The Bachelor, Oscar nominations & snubs, an upcoming Vanderpump Rules spinoff, and Kim Kardashian's controversial Balenciaga ambassadorship. We'll chat one of TikTok's favorite new phrases, the Burnt Toast Theory, coupled with a an example of her own burnt toast. From most common Bachelor jobs to those most likely to make it to the end (a la The Hustle, Hubspot's newsletter)...we're covering it all! Cheers & enjoy homies! 🤠 Follow on IG @easilyentertainedpod & TikTok @maddyiseasilyentertained 09:48 Pop Culture Updates: Oscar Nominations, The Valley, Vanderpump Rules, Kim K 25:34 The Bachelor Contestant Analysis 38:04 Job Statistics of Bachelor Contestants Sources mentioned / used: - Bachelor / Bachelorette jobs & profession stats (The Hustle) - Oscars Nominations 2024 (The New York Times) - The Valley , a Vanderpump Rules Spinoff (People) - Ryan Gosling's Oscars Statement (CNN) All the links you could possibly need HERE :) But also below: Easily Entertained Website TikTok: @maddyiseasilyentertained IG: @easilyentertainedpod FB: @easilyentertainedpod Apple Podcasts Spotify…